Robert William Peet

Robert W. Peet, age 62, of Ithaca died Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at MidMichigan Medical Center in Midland after a lengthy illness.

Bob was born January 10, 1953 to Joyce (Peet) Carpenter in Ithaca. He was a lifelong resident of Ithaca. Bob graduated from Ithaca High School in the Class of 1971 and went on to college at LCC, SVSU, and CMU.  He married Ronda Kindel on November 18, (the third day of deer season) 1978 in Ithaca.

Bob worked for the Gratiot County Road Commission, Great Lakes Jr. College, Dart Container, and as a Tech Coordinator for Ithaca Public Schools, retiring in 2011.  

In his younger years, Bob enjoyed playing volleyball, bowling, and playing on the Back Edge softball team. He also enjoyed traveling, hunting, camping at Leisure Lake Campground, and completing the Detroit Free Press crossword puzzle every day. Bob was a member of the Alma Elks Lodge #1400. He loved to show off his 1971 GTO at car shows and gathering with his friends for morning coffee at the Country Chef in Ithaca, where they would solve the world’s problems. Most of all he will be remembered for being the best husband, father, grandfather, and brother; for his pride in his daughters’ accomplishments, for the time he enjoyed spending with his three grandsons, and for his laid-back, kind, likable, and quick-witted personality.

Bob is survived by his wife of 36 years, Ronda; his daughters, Brittany Peet of Washington D.C. and Emily Peet (Tony Macklem) of Ithaca; grandsons Jayden, Jackson, and Cameron; his mother Joyce Carpenter of Ithaca; mother-in-law Karen Kindel of Ithaca; father-in-law Ron (Donna) Kindel of Sunfield, Michigan; sisters Darlene (Mark) Kraus of Ithaca, Christina (Robert) Valleau of Grawn, Michigan; brothers Dan (Julie) Evitts of St. Louis, Doug Kimmel of Ithaca; brothers and sisters-in-law Kelli Kindel (Ray Volkema), Keelee (Jeff) Bebow, Rod (Barb) Kindel; several nieces and nephews; and many, many good friends.

He was preceded in death  by his grandparents, Adolphas and Lucille Peet, Sr. and brother David Evitts.

A celebration of Bob’s life will be held 11am Saturday, May 30, 2015 at the Barden Funeral Home in Ithaca with Pastor Doug Strait officiating. Visitation will be held Friday, May 29, 2015 from 5-8pm at the funeral home. In honor of Bob, his family requests casual dress for both the visitation and celebration of life.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Bob’s name to the Gratiot County Animal Shelter or to the Robert Peet Memorial Scholarship Fund (checks made payable to Ithaca Public Schools). Bob’s family would also like to encourage everyone to sign their organ donation card. 

Comments

[Lindacarol Leiter]

It Is Very Difficult To Even Believe That You Have Lost Bob. My Heart Goes Out To You Rhonda And Your Family. Bob Was A Very Special Person As You Well Know. I Will Always HoldHDear The Times I Worked With Bob Solving The Crosswords At The Coffee Table In The Morning Before Work. He Was Always My Safety Net At Work And He Will Be Missed Greatly By Many. Hugs To His Family.

[Richard and Theresa Sova]

We are keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.

[Larry Riley]

Bob will be greatly missed by so many people as he was so well thought of and liked by so many. He would always let me pick his brain whenever I had a computer problem.

[Kathy Howesi kanitz]

It's been yrs since I've seen Bob, but have high school memories. We are sorry for your loss & pray for your comfort & hope the love he spread fills your memories & hearts.

[Marilee Mouser]

Oh Ronda, so sorry.....

[Jan Naumes (jan from doctor's office)]

Rhonda, I was so very sorry to hear about Bob. You have my heartfelt condolences.

[Craig Snyder]

Thoughts and prayers to Rhonda and family!

[Claudia McLoughlin]

He was always so kind, patient, and helpful to me as I struggled with ever-changing technology. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.

[Connie Prusia]

Please accept my condolence on your loss. I have a lot of good memories from high school with Robert. He will be missed. My heart and prayers are with you and your family at this sad passing.

[carly beard]

Ronda I'm so sorry for your loss. Bob will be greatly missed. It was so shocking to hear he had passed. U and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Much love sent to u all. Just remember every great thing. RIP Bob. You're an angel with my best friend Becky now.

[Jeff anderson]

Very sorry Rhonda, thinking of you.

[Galen Miller]

So sorry for your loss Ronda. I have many good memories of Bob, most in relation to him solving computer problems for me. He was always patient and helpful. May he rest in peace...

[Steve Foglesong]

Ronda, sorry for you loss, Bob will be miss, thinking of you an your family, and Karen,

[David & Laura Bates]

So sorry for your loss Rhonda. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dave, Laura and Jared Bates

[Angela & Cole Swan]

So very sorry to here of your loss. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.

[Bill and Marybeth Wohlfert]

Rhonda, we are so saddened by this. Bob was a special guy that has helped us both many times. He was just such a good man that will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family.

[Debora. Foster Shattuck]

I am so sorry for your loss. Will keep you in my prayers.

[Jerry Rummer]

Rhonda, I'm so saddened by the loss of Bob. Bob was a big part of My life growing up in Ithaca. Good times & bad, what GREAT memories I'll always have of those times. We have been friends for as long as I can remember. He was always a true Friend. I'll miss Bob. Our prayers and thoughts are with You and Your family. Jerry,Nancy and Ronna Rummer

[Rose Purvis]

So sorry for your loss. Please know I'm thinking of you and yours. Hugs!!

[Barb Prikasky]

Rhonda and family
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

[Terri Jones Paradise]

Thinking of you in this difficult time. So sorry to hear about Bob.

[Jerry & Cathy Timmons]

Ronda, Our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Thinking of you.....

[Ronna Rummer]

Bob was an amazing man who will truly be missed. So many happy memories. My thoughts and prayers are with the Peet family.

[Sam & Linda Maxwell]

Rhonda & Family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts & prayers.

Love & Prayers,
Sam & Linda

[Brenda Whitmore]

Rhonda, You and your family are on my list of prayers for strength during this time. Bob will be missed by so many. So sorry, Rod and Brenda Whitmore